Employment

Whether you’re interested in trip logistics, cooking, buildings and maintanence, or discovering the back bays of the Boundary Waters, Wilderness Wind has a position for you. WW is committed to making each person’s experience both challenging and rewarding and is best suited for those seeking personal and spiritual growth.

All positions at Wilderness Wind require a willingness to engage in community living, including sharing responsibilities in staff meal prep and housekeeping. Regardless of one’s role, staff work together to make WW a hospitable place for all guests, volunteers, and trip participants.

If you have questions or are interested in applying, please contact Stan Bontrager by email (director@wildernesswind.org) or by calling 218-365-5873, and he will be happy to assist you.

Base Camp Staff and Logistics Coordinator(late May – mid/late Aug*) Facilitate logistics for WW and BCM canoe trips and assist with cleaning, maintenance, and general upkeep of Pine Ridge (base camp) facilities. Can combine with other WW positions

Buildings and Grounds Director(May-Sept*) Coordinate building and maintenance projects and supervise volunteers and staff. Prior experience in construction and carpentry as well as creativity, flexibility, and good communication required.

Kitchen Coordinator (late May – mid/late Aug or Sept*) Coordinate menu and maintain food inventory for all base camp and trip meals, and lead preparation of meals for volunteers and campers. Take lead in determining staff menu and supplies. Ensure that all working in the kitchen are trained in safe and hygienic food preparation practices.

*dates flexible

PART-time Summer Positions

These job descriptions are part-time summer positions or mix and match positions. Typically, any of these part-time positions become a full-time position when combined with other base-camp responsibilities. Please see the full-time Base-camp positions above for more details.

Lakeside Coordinator(June-Aug*) Work with WW staff to ensure positive retreat experiences for Lakeside guests. Responsibilities include communication iwth guests prior to their arrival and coordination of cabin/yurt preparation and cleaning. Can combine with other WW positions.

GardenerCreatively design and implement a garden plan for Lakeside and Pine Ridge including planting, transplanting, weeding and harvest as we extend the growing season. Can combine with other WW positions.

We are excited about the ministry of Wilderness Wind and welcome you to consider the diversity of positions available. For more details about these positions and to receive an application for employment, please contact Stan Bontrager at director@wildernesswind.org or 218-365-5873.

Wilderness Wind Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all valid applicable nondiscrimination laws.